Dining Guide (A weekly advertising feature) Orchard Lake, (248) 865-0000.The inter- esting array of Mideastern and Lebanese dining attractions are featured along with small individual pita breads that are served directly from an open hearth. Many of the standbys are together with recipes that include favorites not gotten everywhere. Off-premise catering is available along with the dine-in specialties. Star prepares both fat-free and regular tuna and cuts its lox by hand. It also cooks its own corned beef and pastrami, and the seven-day operation includes a major spe- cialty — beautiful tray catering. WEST BLOOMFIELD Bagel Deli, 6088 West Maple, West ROYAL OAK Chick-N-Ribs, 118 S.Woodward, Royal Oak, (248) 544-1211. Much has been said about this dine in and carry-out restau- rant whose specialties of broasted or barbecue chicken and barbecue ribs have received much attention, but as regular customers say, the proof is in the tasting. It's open seven days, Sun.-Thurs. 11-10, Fri. & Sat. I I-11. SOUTHFIELD Excalibur, 28875 Franklin Road, South- field, (248) 358-3355.This is one of Metro- politan Detroit's more popular dining and dancing spots, with live entertainment Tuesday through Saturday and a menu that ranges from regional to continental. Cur- rently appearing is the Billy Rose Quartet, Tuesday through Thursdays, and The War- ren Commission, with Suzie Marsh, Friday and Saturday evenings. Its banquet and convention center behind the restaurant seats up to 400 people. Gateway Deli, 21745 W. 11 Mile, Harvard Row, Southfield, (248) 352-4940.Try the veal marsala or veal parmesan at this popu- lar delicatessen-restaurant whose gourmet dishes are brought from owner Peter Ber- shaj's former Larco's days.They are corn- bined with familiar traditional homemade Jewish dishes. Breakfast, lunch, dinner, party trays and outside catering are Gateway Deli standouts. Ristorante Di Modesta, 19400 North- western Highway, Southfield, (248) 358- 0344.This fine dining stalwart, located in the Market Street Shoppes, is noted for its varied Italian menu that features many tra- ditional favorites and a choice wine list. It is also acclaimed for its outside catering events highlighted by the same elegant cui- sine served in the restaurant. Star Deli, 24555 W.12 Mile Rd., South- field, (248) 352-7377. It has been acclaimed as one of America's finest carry-out only delicatessens, and has the largest carry-out deli operations in Michigan. However, you wouldn't know it from the size. And every- thing is homemade: tole slaw, potato salad, chicken salad, egg salad and so much more. Bloomfield, (248) 851-9666. Rose Guttman, former owner of Irving's Deli- catessen, noted many years for dining goodness, is featured with her home-cook- ing of traditional Jewish foods for carry- out and eating in. Party trays have also made Bagel Deli a big favorite, along with its smoked fish and handcut belly lox. It is open seven days a week. Big Daddy's Parthenon, 6199 Orchard Lake Road, West Bloomfield, (248) 737- 8600. Evenings are still busy ones seven nights a week at this miniature Greek- town favoite. Popular Greek dishes fea- ture lamb chops, lemon chicken, award- winning Tommy Salad and other popular items. Private Banquet facilities next door accommodate up to 300. Live entertain- ment is every Thursday and Friday in the restaurant. New owner John Rugani, formerly of Copper Creek Restaurant invites you to lunch and dinner at his new venue. Always known for the freshest seafood and quality meat selection, John has taken this fine estab- lishment and added his own flair to make BRANDY'S an unforgettable dining experience to all. LOOKING FOR SOMETHING INTIMATE & PRIVATE? Brandy's has two private banquet facilities seating up to 50 Guests • NOW OPEN FOR DINNER ON SUNDAYS (248) 338-4300 HOURS: MON - THUR 11-11 FRI-SAT 11-12 • SUN 4 -9 1721 S. TELEGRAPH • West Bloomfield, (248) 855-6622.The dominant consistency of this highly- acclaimed critic's choice restaurant is in its menu selection and food preparation. But it is also proof that you can teach an old dog new tricks.Although in existence since 1962, Stage & Co. also features items it has never had before, along with homemade Jewish dishes and dietary restricted delights to satisfy all appetites. EAT IN OR CARRY OUT Featuring 130# ROSE GuararivtAN's TRADITIONAL JEWISH HOME COOKING! OUR SUPER GREAT DAIRY & DELI TRAYS INCLUDING ROSE'S HOMEMADE SOUR CREAM NUT CAKE j Mai Thai, 6635 Orchard Lake Road, Old Stage & Co., 6873 Orchard Lake Road, BLOOMFIELD HILLS 8061 Whitefish in all cooking varieties is a big feature, with almost 1,000 pounds served each week.This is together with Can- tonese, Szechuan and Mandarin dishes, plus a Chinese buffet at lunch and dinner to go from its regular menu. Orchard Shopping Center,West Bloom- field, (248) 626-63I3.Those who like the real thing will enjoy Mai Thai with its very spicy or non-spicy foods concocted for authentic and traditional tastes at lunch or dinner. It presents a casual atmosphere with seating for around 100 and is open seven days a week. • DELIVERY AVAILABLE Hoa Kow, 4301 Orchard Lake Road, Crosswinds Mall, West Bloomfield, (248) 932-3133. People from all walks of life and most parts of Detroit and metro- politan areas enjoy the many styles of Chinese dining put out by Gene Woo. •g .7 • • 10 Person Minimum • With Coupon Only • Expires 1-28-99 THE PLACE FOR SMOKED FISH & HANDCUT BELLY LOX 6088 W. MAPLE AT FARMINGTON RD. West Bloomfield OUR TRAYS ARE THE BEST IN TOWN! WE GUARANTEE IT! (248) 8514666 FAX: (248) 851.5698 Excellent Thai Food As You Like It ... Extra Mild, Mild, Medium, Spicy and Extra Spicy Rated *** by Detroit News Lunch Specials I I f rom $ 4 95 includes :00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. egztt#-&t 5 eiztetins c fivailahie • soup & rice e_ocktaiL6 eetved Hours: Mon.-Thurs., I I a.m.- 10 p.m., Fri & Sat. I I a.m.- I I p.m., Sun. 12-9 p.m. 6635 Orchard Lake Road at Maple • Old Orchard Shopping Center • 626-6313-, Detroit Jewish News 1/22 1999 107